Every year, mesothelioma survivors and supporters kayak the Hudson River to fundraise for mesothelioma research. Kayaking for Meso is a non-profit organization dedicated to...
Read PostMany studies have suggested that yoga therapy may be beneficial to many cancer patients, including mesothelioma patients. The art of yoga has been known to help relieve stress and...
Read PostThe Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) has started a petition to ban asbestos now. Asbestos is the only known cause of mesothelioma. The EPA has plans to review and...
Read PostA new study revealed that individuals who are exposed to asbestos earlier in their career are at a higher risk of developing pleural mesothelioma.The study published in the BMJ...
Read PostRecently, NAPA Auto Parts and Genuine Parts Corp. were found liable in an asbestos-related death of a heavy equipment operator. The trial lasted for more than 12 weeks and found...
Read PostMany mesothelioma patients will need to know where they have been exposed to asbestos in order to receive compensation. Mesothelioma doesn’t develop until 20-50 years after that...
Read PostHow Phone Consults Extend the Lives of Veterans with Mesothelioma
By: Jenna Campagna, RN
January 12, 2017
For the past 4 years, the VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHS) has implemented a consulting service to veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma. Through a process called phone...
Read PostMerry Christmas and happy holidays from Mesothelioma Guide! There are many wonderful reasons to look forward to winter holidays, such as giving and receiving gifts, spending time...
Read PostMesothelioma survivors have a lot to be thankful for on Thanksgiving. In my family, and many others around the country, it’s a tradition to share what we are thankful for before...
Read PostSigns of a Caring Mesothelioma Doctor: Communication and Empathy
By: Jenna Campagna, RN
October 13, 2016
With a rare cancer like mesothelioma it is essential to your prognosis to have a trusted, optimistic doctor on your side. A positive relationship with your doctor holds healing...
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